What to expect when visiting the Lexus Eastbourne Open
Got your tickets for the Lexus Eastbourne Open this year? Get set for world class tennis and an unrivalled experience at one of the UK’s sporting events of the summer.
Here’s a rundown of what you can expect if you’re attending the 2026 Lexus Eastbourne Open.
The world’s best tennis stars head to Eastbourne
The Lexus Eastbourne Open is the only place to see many of the world’s best women’s men’s and wheelchair tennis stars this summer.
Four-time champion Taylor Fritz, former Australian Open winner Madison Keys and Britain’s Sonay Kartal have already confirmed their place, with more top talents set to be announced.
Watch the players battle it out on the famous Eastbourne grass courts for the chance to be crowned champion – tickets are still available.
Take on the Golden Shot Challenge for the LTA Tennis Foundation
Donate and take part in the LTA Tennis Foundation’s Golden Shot competition for your chance to win tickets to the final day of the Lexus Eastbourne Open, plus the opportunity to take on a special challenge on Centre Court.
There are a variety of different LTA Tennis Foundation activities you can get involved with at Eastbourne this summer:
- Spin the wheel – make a donation to the LTA Tennis Foundation and you can spin the wheel to win one of many great prizes
- Tennis ball re-sale – you can buy tennis balls used by the pros in the tournament. All proceeds go towards the LTA Tennis Foundation
- Tennis ball personalisation – create your very own unique souvenir from the Lexus Eastbourne Open
Celebrate 50 years of wheelchair tennis
This summer, we’re celebrating 50 years of wheelchair tennis.
At Eastbourne, you can watch many of the world’s best wheelchair tennis stars in action across the men’s women’s and quad WC 500 events.
There will be Get In and Go wheelchair tennis taster sessions, powered by Lexus, will allow event spectators to try wheelchair tennis using specialist sports wheelchairs, provided by Alfie Hewett.
Catch a new digital exhibition, curated by the LTA in partnership with Getty Images celebrating 50 years with 50 images of wheelchair tennis.
Soak up the atmosphere with delicious food and drink
There’s no better way to enjoy the Lexus Eastbourne Open than with some delicious food and drink.
You can take advantage of several different vendors across Devonshire Park – all with their own unique menus and drinks lists.
Once all the tennis is over, there are several fantastic restaurants within a stone’s throw of the event and en route to the train station – including:
Check out more food and drink information
Big screen and deck chairs
If you want somewhere to relax in between matches, the main lawn is packed with comfortable chairs as well as a big screen to catch the action across the grounds.
Not on site? No problem. Eastbourne locals can watch and enjoy live matches from the Fan Zone in the town.
Equipped with deck chairs, a big screen and that fan atmosphere, it’s the best way to experience the event outside of Devonshire Park.
Get on court and have a go
This year for the first time, we’re introducing a mini tennis court – giving you the chance to pick up a racket and have a go yourself.
Located behind the West Stand on Court 2, you can rally with friends and family just a few steps away from the pros competing in the main tournament.
Shop dressing competition
As you’re heading to the Lexus Eastbourne Open, keep your eyes out for some very special displays.
Every year, shops around Eastbourne decorate their window displays with a new tennis theme to celebrate the world’s best tennis stars arriving on the south coast.
See how many you can spot and pick out your favourite.
Grab some new gear
There will also be a range of retail outlets around the Lexus Eastbourne Open from some of our brand partners.
Whether you want to stock up on new tennis or padel gear, or you’re looking for something else, there’s plenty to explore.
